Here’s something taken back in 2008. An orphanage located in Old Sta. Mesa, Manila called  Concordia Children’s Services were taking care of abandoned kids. It was a life-changing experience. I hope helpless and neglected kids will have different destinies. It’s time we do something about poverty than merely accepting it as a reality.

What you see there is a  tattoo that says “You Are.” Margie’s husband, Danly, also has the same script tattoo except it’s on his right arm and it says, “My Strength.” :)

Mike & Ting’s wedding day was spent solely in Manila Hotel meaning we were there from the preparations, the ceremony and up to the reception. The plan was to have a dramatic outdoor shoot with the Manila Bay as a backdrop. However, heavy rains spoiled our plan so we searched inside the hotel for a Plan B. Using patterns and lights, we still achieved something dramatic. Rain cannot spoil everything. :)

Today’s B&W picture is what I call an abstract shot. Taken from the window outside, the reflection of the leaves created the texture. It’s still an intimate shot of Lem & Nem’s wedding ceremony but with a touch of the beauty of nature.

It is a well-known fact that I love black and white photography. So from now on, I will be posting my B&W favorites here.

The stunning bride is Elizabeth, by the way. This was taken while she was practicing her walk, seconds away from “This is it.”